VSiN College Football Betting Podcast

Michael Calabrese Joins the Show: Too much Hype on Notre Dame??? + Big 12 Sleepers, Heisman Longshots & more

VSiN College Football Betting Podcast

Show Notes

Tim Murray welcomes first-time guest Mike Calabrese to the VSiN College Football Betting Podcast for a massive offseason betting discussion heading into the 2026 college football season.

Tim and Mike dive into why Willie Fritz and Houston could surprise the Big 12, whether Kansas State is a sneaky conference title contender, and if Texas Tech deserves favorite status despite quarterback uncertainty. The guys also discuss Arch Manning and Texas’ SEC chances, Notre Dame’s national title expectations, and why Louisville could be a dangerous Week 1 underdog against Ole Miss.

Plus, Mike shares his thoughts on Trinidad Chambliss’ Heisman value, LaNorris Sellers as a buy-low candidate, and why situational betting spots early in the season can create major value for sharp bettors.

Topics Include:

Houston win total analysis Kansas State Big 12 futures Texas Tech playoff expectations Arch Manning & Texas SEC outlook Notre Dame national championship discussion Louisville vs Ole Miss Week 1 Trinidad Chambliss Heisman odds LaNorris Sellers sleeper value Big Ten outlook for Ohio State, Oregon & Indiana Early season situational betting angles

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